EOS R8vs X-A7vs A6700
Which should you buy?
Full-Frame Entry — EOS R8 (2023): Canon's most affordable full-frame mirrorless — 4K/60p 10-bit and class-leading Dual Pixel AF at an accessible entry price.
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
All-Round & Video — A6700 (2023): Best-in-class autofocus and 4K/120p video in a compact APS-C body — the standout camera under £1,000.
Who should buy what
EOS R8 (2023)
- You want full-frame image quality on a tight budget
- You shoot mainly in good light and can live without built-in stabilisation
- You primarily shoot stills with occasional video
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
A6700 (2023)
- You want a compact, travel-friendly system without sacrificing autofocus performance
- You're an enthusiast upgrading from an entry-level camera and ready for a more capable body
- You shoot wildlife or sports and want APS-C reach from a lightweight kit
- You create video content and need reliable subject and eye tracking in a small form factor
Quick take: The a6700 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R8 (2023) | X-A7 (2019) | A6700 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,099 | £399 | £999 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 26MP APS-C Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.2MP | 26.0MP |
| Video | 4K/60p oversampled 10-bit, FHD/180p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 1053 zones, eye/face/subject tracking | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition (human/animal/bird/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 6fps mechanical, 40fps electronic | 6fps | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~220 shots (CIPA) | ~440 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 461g body only | 320g body only | 493g body only |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 86.1 × 70.0mm | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 122.0 × 69.0 × 75.1mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.59× | None | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type A slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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